Hermès Haut à Courroies (HAC) 40 Poussière Shiny Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
Hermès Haut à Courroies (HAC) 40 Poussière Shiny Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
The Hermès **Haut à Courroies (HAC) 40** is the original archetype of the modern luxury bag. Designed in 1892 to carry a saddle and riding boots, it predates the Birkin by nearly a century. This example features the HAC's signature taller proportions and shorter handles, rendering it a true travel weekender rather than a tote. It is crafted from **Shiny Porosus Crocodile**, distinguished by the circumflex (`^`) stamp near the logo. Porosus is sourced from the saltwater crocodile and is prized for its fine, symmetrical scale pattern.
The color **Poussière** (French for "Dust") is a rare, discontinued vintage neutral. It reads as a complex, sandy beige with grey undertones—a "dirty" neutral that pairs effortlessly with the cool tones of the **Palladium Hardware**. At 40cm, this bag offers substantial surface area, allowing the natural graduation of the crocodile scales to be displayed without interruption. It is a piece of travel history, preserved in **Excellent** condition.
- Condition: 2 – Excellent
- Stamp: Inquire (Vintage Era)
- Color: Poussière (Dust)
- Material: Shiny Porosus Crocodile (Crocodylus porosus)
- Hardware: Palladium
- Dimensions: 40 × 36 × 23 cm | 15.7" W x 14" H x 9" D
JaneFinds Collector’s Insight:
The HAC 40 is often favored by male collectors and travelers for its rugged utility and historical significance. Finding one in **Porosus Crocodile**—the most expensive skin per square centimeter—is exceptionally rare. Poussière is a "Grail" color for vintage enthusiasts because it captures the specific, understated palette of the Jean-Louis Dumas era, which many argue has not been replicated in modern dyes.
JaneFinds Market Insight:
Exotic HACs are produced in far fewer numbers than exotic Birkins. As a travel piece, it commands a specific niche in the market. Values for Porosus HACs are driven by the pristine condition of the scales and the rarity of the color. Poussière, being a retired neutral, offers better long-term retention than seasonal brights, as it remains perennially relevant.
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Condition Rank
Condition Rank1 - Like New, shows little to no evidence of wear, age or handling
2 - Exceptionally well-maintained, very minor signs of use, wear, age, or handling
3 - Pre-Loved, gently used with slight signs of wear
4 - Pre-Loved, exhibits signs of wear and regular use
